Metatarsalgia is sharp pain in the area of the ball of the foot, which is given its shape by the rounded ends of the metatarsal bones. The pain can feel like a person is stepping on a stone and is usually eased by sitting down and worsened by walking barefoot.
Your doctor also can refer you to a massage therapist, which may not only lead you to a qualified professional, but also help you qualify for reimbursement if your insurance policy covers massage treatments. Massage is not medicine. Itâs a complement to your doctor-prescribed arthritis treatment.
Hydrotherapy Treatment for Arthritis. Hydrotherapy can provide significant benefits for arthritis by providing a way to exercise while reducing stress on the affected joints. Hydrotherapy reduces joint pain and stiffness, as while as improving the physical functioning of affected joints. Hydrotherapy can be beneficial for a variety of types of arthritis including psoriatic arthritis and osteoarthritis, and has no negative side effects.